Master Course in Shoulder and Knee

Overview

Dear Colleague,

Greetings from the Indo-German Orthopaedic Foundation!

When two AO stalwarts, Prof. Siegfried Weller and Prof. Dr. P. V. A. Mohandas, came together with a visionary idea to create a common platform that would empower young orthopaedic surgeons across the world, the Indo-German Orthopaedic Foundation (IGOF) was born in 1992. Rooted in a shared commitment to learning, collaboration, and excellence, the Foundation has grown steadily over the decades.

What began as an educational initiative has evolved into a movement shaping surgeons to meet the demands of modern orthopaedic care.

I am delighted to invite you to a three-day academic fest, IGOF Master Course in Shoulder and Knee, from 17^th, 18^th & 19^th September 2026. The programme integrates advanced shoulder and knee surgery with sports medicine, followed by evidence-based rehabilitation and physiotherapy. The course reinforces a fundamental truth that our work is complete not at the final suture, but when patients regain ease of movement and confidence in daily life.

This event promises to be a remarkable blend of youth and experience as delegates in the field of orthopaedics from across the globe gather to share their knowledge and expertise.

I look forward to welcoming you in person to the healthcare capital of India, Chennai.

With warm regards,

Dr. Prithvi Mohandas

Secretary, IGOF

Venue

IGOF
4/112, Mount Poonamallee Road,
Manapakkam, Chennai - 600 089, India.

IGOF Co-ordinator:

Ms. Lorraine Satur
Mob: +91 7708063651
Email: enquiry@igof.in

Download Programme Schedule

The Great Debate

18^th September 2026 (8am - 8.30am)

'The Great Debate' is a programme to unearth conflicting standpoints among experts for in-depth analysis of pros and cons of techniques used in complex cases.

The Perfect Solution for Irrepairability: Fascia Lata SCR versus Lower Trapezius Transfer

Lower Trapezius Tendon Transfer for Most Massive Cuff Tears

&

Biological Augmentation Still Holds the Key

Followed by Discussion

IGOF Co-ordinator: Ms. Lorraine Satur +91 77080 63651 | E-mail: enquiry@igof.in

Grand Orthopaedic Quiz

18^th September 2026: Preliminary (5.30pm)

19^th September 2026: Finals (8.00am – 9.00am)

IGOF organizes the Grand Orthopaedic Quiz to test the sharpest IQs of some of the finest minds in the healthcare fraternity. The platform welcomes those medical professionals who have a penchant for the intricacies in the field of orthopaedics. The event offers an opportunity to stamp a seal of authority in the country's premier battle of the medical brains.

Participation Requisites:

• Should be a Postgraduate Trainee
• Each team should send CVs of all team members (Total 3 members per team) to registrations@igof.in

Accolades:

• Winning team shall be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 30,000/-
• First runners-up team shall be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 15,000/-
• Every participant shall claim their participation certificate

IGOF Co-ordinator: Ms. Lorraine Satur +91 77080 63651 | E-mail: enquiry@igof.in

Mohandas – Weller Gold Medal Award

Pre-Lunch Session: 18^th & 19^th September 2026

The prestigious Mohandas-Weller Gold Medal Award is conferred to young orthopaedic surgeons who can come up with innovative ideas or a distinguished presentation on a complex case. This award is an initiative to boost the budding talent to spread their lateral thinking across various interests in the field of orthopaedics and to attend complex scenarios with special interest, giving attention to details and to crack difficult problems.

Participation Requisites for Paper Presentation:

• Should be a postgraduate or young orthopaedic surgeon below 40 years
• The participants have to register and then submit the paper at the preview booth before 9am on the day of their presentation
• Only first 4 registrants (1 presentation by each) will be selected for this pre-lunch presentation
• Each presentation will be for 5 mins, with 2 mins for questions

Accolades:

• 'Mohandas-Weller' Gold Medal for the Winner
• Cash prize of Rs. 80,000/- for the Winner and Rs. 50,000/- for the Runner-up
• Certificate for Winner and Runner-up

IGOF Co-ordinator: Ms. Lorraine Satur +91 77080 63651 | E-mail: enquiry@igof.in

Registrations

The IGOF Master Course in Shoulder and Knee is scheduled to take place in Chennai on 17^th, 18^th & 19^th September 2026. Orthopaedic experts from around the world will convene to exchange knowledge and expertise.